#Mosques are the prayer houses of #Muslims in general anywhere in the world. With the growing population has come the growing need of more public places of worship of Muslims around Goa. Currently around 27 Mosques exist in Goa. The #mosques_in_Goa are most valued by the local Muslims and are also popular tourist attractions also. Id-Ul-Zuha and Id-Ul-Fitr are celebrated on large scale in Goa. Read more: http://www.govisitgoa.com/about-goa/goa-mosques.html

Id-ul-Zuha or Eid al-Adha is a festival that is celebrated with traditional fervor and gaiety in India and the world. They may sacrifice a sheep, goat or cow and share the meat with family members, neighbors and the poor. Many Muslims feel that they have a duty to ensure that all Muslims can enjoy a meat based meal during this holiday. Holidays and Festivals are no excuse for animal abuse! Go Vegan!

PGI - OPDs to remain closed on September 13:- Chandigarh: All OPDs at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Government Multi Specialty Hospital, Sector 16, Government Medical College & Hospital, Sector 32, and General and Civil Hospitals of Mohali and Panchkula will remain closed on September 13 on account of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid), a gazetted holiday. Emergency services will function as usual.